Coastal Charm Meets River Life: Your Waterfront Oasis in Weeki Wachee Gardens! Step into the ultimate Florida lifestyle at 5473 Darlene Street. This beautifully updated 2-bedroom cottage offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and classic river-town charm. Situated on a rare, oversized corner lot, this property is a tropical sanctuary framed by swaying palm trees and direct water access. Indoor Elegance, Outdoor Living Inside, you’ll find a bright and airy space featuring stunning tongue-and-groove ceilings and durable wood flooring. The home is move-in ready with a sleek metal roof and updated electrical and plumbing. The open kitchen flows seamlessly, but the real magic happens outside. A Boater’s Paradise Bring your boat! With your own covered patio, private seawall and dock, you are just a short paddle or boat ride away from the crystal-clear waters of the Weeki Wachee River and the open Gulf of Mexico. After a day on the water, entertain guests on the massive metal-roof covered deck or relax in your fully fenced, private backyard. Prime Location Location is everything! You are minutes from local favorites like Roger’s Park, Jenkins Creek, and the world-famous Weeki Wachee Springs. Take your golf cart as this is a golf cart friendly community. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or a high-demand short-term rental investment, this gem delivers it all. Don’t wait—river properties this turn-key are rare. Schedule your private tour today and start living the Weeki Wachee dream, or use it as a profitable vacation rental.
Corner Unit
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
6,329 sq ftLot Size
$451Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Pam Pampenella, PA• INVESTMENT FLORIDA REALTY LLC
Idyllic home two right river turns from your paddle board or kayak to the main Weeki Wachee River with DIRECT GULF ACCESS. This home is perfectly located on the same street as the Upper Deck Restaurant that you can walk to for meals and the Kayak Shack Rentals for entertaining guests on the river. It is an artfully decorated booming Airbnb featuring tongue and groove ceiling planks and a newer metal roof. AC was replaced 2021. All the unique interior touches are a must see! The huge spacious corner lot is a rarity on the river and the backyard is fenced with palm trees and tropically landscaped. The metal roof covered deck area is a perfect spot to unwind, enjoy river life and watch for manatees. This is already a thriving vacation rental business, but would serve equally well as a home. Do not miss this Rare opportunity!
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #HC2221047
Jan 31, 2022
Sold
$395,000
$397/sq ft
Nov 25, 2021
Listed
$410,000
$412/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #U8144245
Jan 31, 2022
Sold
$395,000
$397/sq ft
Dec 19, 2021
Pending
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Dec 15, 2021
Relisted
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Dec 12, 2021
Pending
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Nov 24, 2021
Listed
$410,000
$412/sq ft
Idyllic home two right river turns from your paddle board or kayak to the main Weeki Wachee River with DIRECT GULF ACCESS. This home is perfectly located on the same street as the Upper Deck Restaurant that you can walk to for meals and the Kayak Shack Rentals for entertaining guests on the river. It is an artfully decorated booming Airbnb featuring tongue and groove ceiling planks and a newer metal roof. AC was replaced 2021. All the unique interior touches are a must see! The huge spacious corner lot is a rarity on the river and the backyard is fenced with palm trees and tropically landscaped. The metal roof covered deck area is a perfect spot to unwind, enjoy river life and watch for manatees. This is already a thriving vacation rental business, but would serve equally well as a home. Do not miss this Rare River opportunity!
HCAR #2217894
Jul 3, 2021
Listing Removed
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Jun 29, 2021
Listed
$445,000
$447/sq ft
HCAR #2123442
Jan 16, 2020
Listing Removed
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Dec 16, 2010
Listed
$99,500
$100/sq ft
HCAR #2192150
Jun 29, 2018
Sold
$170,000
$171/sq ft
May 2, 2018
Listed
$180,000
$181/sq ft
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #HC2192150
Jun 29, 2018
Sold
$170,000
$171/sq ft
May 2, 2018
Listed
$180,000
$181/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #H2400119
Jun 29, 2018
Sold
$170,000
$171/sq ft
May 2, 2018
Listed
$180,000
$181/sq ft
HCAR #2132271
Aug 10, 2012
Sold
$65,000
$65/sq ft
Jan 13, 2012
Listed
$75,000
$75/sq ft
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #HC2132271
Aug 10, 2012
Sold
$65,000
$65/sq ft
Jan 13, 2012
Listed
$75,000
$75/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 8, 1996
Sold
$25,000
$25/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,521 (+8.5%)
2024
$4,165 (+8.1%)
2023
$3,853 (+39.6%)
2022
$2,760 (+21.4%)
2021
$2,274 (+13.1%)
2020
$2,011 (+95.7%)
$86,276 + $31,630
$117,906
2019
$1,028 (−37.3%)
2018
$1,640 (+3.9%)
$61,011 + $25,131
$86,142
2017
$1,579 (+3.9%)
$60,442 + $22,530
$82,972
2016
$1,520 (−0.7%)
$60,442 + $20,104
$80,546
2015
$1,531 (−3.0%)
$60,442 + $19,580
$80,022
2014
$1,578
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6,329 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Finished Sq. Ft.
666
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
666
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hernando County
APN
R32 222 17 3960 0000 0470
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
R1A
Residential District
This district is designed primarily to permit the continued development of established residential areas which include a mixture of conventional single-family dwellings and mobile homes and is, therefore, not intended to be utilized extensively for future development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Mobile home park
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 111° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Weeki Wachee, FL • 34607
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
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Redfin Estimate for 5473 Darlene St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $210,000 and $560,000.
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